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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1952
Page
4
Analyzing how the term star has varied in meaning from falling stars to comets and novas. The discussion concludes the Bethlehem star was likely a unique sight seen only by the Wise Men, not widely recorded in literature or folklore.
A 200 year old Christmas game called Snapdragon involved raisins in a bowl with brandy set alight. Players reached through the flames to grab a raisin while the song The Song of Snapdragon played as accompaniment.
A nephew reflects on Christmas as a time of forgiveness and charity, noting that its true value lies in kindness rather than wealth. He concludes with a blessing for the season, quoting Dickens.
The passage notes a child born to humankind will bear names such as Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace, with government upon his shoulder. The text emphasizes a messianic figure and lasting authority.
A description of the boar's head rite at Queen's College Oxford. The 50 pound head on a silver dish is led in by trumpeters and candle bearers. A chant accompanies the serving, with wine, mustard and festive toasts marking the feast.
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